LOUGHBOROUGH University will be the home for heaps of talent as it launches its big week-long FreeFest festival on the campus.

The event, which takes place from Monday, May 4 to Sunday, May 10, is open to the public as well as students.

Organisers have promised that Bank Holiday Monday will have a “fantastic line up” of bands across two stages alongside vintage clothing sales and stalls.

The week begins with The University String Orchestra performing an original commission, a showcase of the Music Scholarship winners and an exclusive preview of a student-written play before its premiere at Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Dates, times and locations have yet to be decided, but will all take place on the campus.

There is also the chance to enjoy renowned Loughborough society Tuxedo Swing and catch Shakespeare Society’s latest take on The Bard.

Film society Flix have promised a mystery open air cinema, LSU Sing have surprises in store, Music Society are performing an intimate set at the Shed and Fever will be flaunting their circus skills.

A spokeswoman said FreeFest 2015 was not to be missed. She said: “This will be the 19th Freefest and the first to be spread over a whole week, this one is specially themed around showcasing Loughborough University’s creative talent.”